Pool Hayes PH food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Walsall
Pool Hayes PH holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 9 October 2017, more than 8 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: Pool Hayes Lane, Willenhall, Walsall, WV12 4PX
How it compares in Walsall
That puts Pool Hayes PH among the 1,054 places in Walsall holding top marks, 59% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 1,054 | 59% | ← Pool Hayes PH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 351 | 20% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 266 | 15% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 52 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 57 | 3% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 7 | <1% |
A further 397 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Pool Hayes PH none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Pool Hayes PH, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alyssa's Bakery Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2026 |
| Bargain Booze Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 26 February 2024 |
| A Jays Hardware Retailers - other | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 8 January 2022 |
| Amery Unionist Club Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 May 2012 |
| Adsaja Stores Retailers - other | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 1 June 2026 |
| B Raj & Sons Wholesale Meat Ltd Distributors/Transporters | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 March 2025 |
| Barcroft Primary School School/college/university | 0.8 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2026 |
Questions about Pool Hayes PH
What is Pool Hayes PH's food hygiene rating?
Pool Hayes PH has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Walsall Council on 9 October 2017.
Is Pool Hayes PH safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Pool Hayes PH last inspected?
Pool Hayes PH was last inspected on 9 October 2017, more than 8 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Walsall Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Pool Hayes PH?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Pool Hayes PH compare to other places in Walsall?
59% of the 1,787 rated food businesses in Walsall hold the top rating of 5, and Pool Hayes PH is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Walsall Council inspects Pool Hayes PH and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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The official record is held by the council: http://www.walsall.gov.uk/index/environment/food_production_and_quality.htm
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